BOOTCAMP COHORT 9
Apply now for our
Spring 2023 Bootcamp!
In this cohort, we will be accepting applications from entrepreneurs who are in the idea and early stages of development of their start-up. The Torrey Project Start-Up Bootcamp focuses on preparing you for the real-life issues and challenges you will face running your business. Our four-week live online program is perfect for entrepreneurs who want to gain a competitive advantage utilizing stakeholder-focused practices, strengthen their business ideas, and learn from subject matter experts in finance, sales, conscious leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Our next cohort date is TBD
A recommended donation of $500 is appreciated upon acceptance into the bootcamp
This program will be conducted virtually
Applicant Requirements
Are you interested in applying for our bootcamp? Make sure your business qualifies for our current cohort by reading these applicant requirements!
Core Team
Your core team is est-ablished, no solopreneurs at this time.
Profit & Purpose
Entrepreneurs committed to both profit and purpose.
Ideation Stage
"I have a great idea that I am testing, but I have not yet launched."
Early Stage
"My business is launched and generating some revenue."
BOOTCAMP COHORT 9
What you gain from this bootcamp
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An understanding of how to become an effective conscious leader as a start-up entrepreneur
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Insight into how to raise early-stage capital from various sources and how investors will evaluate your company
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Fundamental knowledge of finance as it relates to starting and scaling a company
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An introduction to B Corps and other forms of social enterprise
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An appreciation for the profit-generating potential of a high-performance corporate culture
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An understanding of the tools required to create a high-performance, inclusive culture
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Access to an ecosystem designed to nurture and support like-minded founders who are committed to using their profitable businesses as a force for good in the world
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Ongoing support from successful entrepreneurs and industry experts, as you create your business plan and launch your business
Our next cohort date is TBD
A recommended donation of $500 is appreciated upon acceptance into the bootcamp
What Our Alumni Are Saying
They really care! Not only about your idea or business venture but molding you into a CEO and or business owner that is equipped to change the world and better yourself as a person along the way.
DAN KREFFT
It is a social impact accelerator that helps founders explore ways to return value to all stakeholders instead of focusing on maximum profits for shareholders without considering impacts on others. It also comes with a year of mentorship.
PATRICIA COSULICH
This was an incredible experience to connect and learn with like-minded people. It helped me reconnect with my why, gain perspective on where I was at with my business and helped me make the much-needed decision to pivot
JAYME KREITINGER
About the Start-Up Bootcamp
The Torrey Project Start-Up Bootcamp is designed to emphasize the pursuit of purpose as well as profit. We are committed to teaching, mentoring, and empowering future generations of entrepreneurs, in the U.S. and worldwide. We believe that business can, and must, be used as a force for positive change.
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This all starts by teaching entrepreneurs the right mindset and providing the tools required to create a socially responsible, stakeholder-focused, and profitable business.
We educate participants in areas of conscious thinking, conscious leadership, and conscious capitalism, while also imparting insights and management tools developed by the founding Torrey Project team.
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We encourage applications from women, BIPOC, AANHPI, and those from under-resourced communities to apply. We truly believe that entrepreneurs who have been traditionally overlooked can unlock tremendous opportunities. Our online program means we can reach more passionate entrepreneurs who want to do well, while also doing good.
Bootcamp Stats
20+ speakers
We've built a curated pool of experts to speak at our bootcamps
900+ hours
Of FREE personal mentoring hours for our participants collectively
7 countries
Our participants come from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Columbia, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Kenya!
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One of our cohorts consisted of 100% female founders
~42% via referrals
Nearly half of our bootcamp participants are referred to our program
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Of our 2nd cohort of entrepreneurs were either people of color or female founders
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3 companies
1 Certified B Corp and 2 companies pending B-Corp certification
65 graduates
Entrepreneurs have now learned how to run more conscious, stakeholder-focused businesses
Listen to what our recent Alumni have to say
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What is the eligibility criteria to participate ?Committed to both Profit and Purpose Established early-stage business concept You have not raised money from institutional investors Companies may be pre-product and pre-revenue, ranging all the way up to $500K in revenue and having raised an outside investment round from angel investors
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How many hours should I expect to commit each week?You can expect to spend anywhere between 8-12 hours per week. This would include 4 mandatory sessions per week. In addition you are expected to spend time on pre-session assignments and participate in Pitch sessions and Office Hours (if needed).
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What is the format of the bootcamp?All online through Zoom Participants will be required to read / watch content in preparation for each live session. Live sessions will then be focused on active discussion and workshops to work on applying concepts to the participant companies. Sessions will include conscious leadership skills, technical topics such as finance marketing impact and capital attraction Each week (4 weeks 10-12pm PST / 1-3pm EST) 4 x 2-hour live sessions Monday-Thursday 2-hour Office Hours - Friday
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What do you teach?Note: Topics will be finalized after cohorts are assembled and the needs of the participants have been assessed. Tentatively, for the 9th cohort, some of the topics that we intend to cover are: Defining or refining your Vision, Mission, Values and Purpose Reviewing and revising your existing pitch deck The importance of finding vision and value aligned investors and how to do it Staffing, Compensation and Equity Participation strategy development Why Business plans are required and how to use them to enhance valuation and overcome investor reluctance Rapid Product validation techniques Human centered software design (for tech-enabled company cohorts) The importance of Product/Market fit and how to prove youāve achieved it Tricks and tips: What to watch out for in VC and Employment agreements What you need to know about ESG, Benefit Corporations and B Lab Certification
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Will there be assignments?Participants will be required to read / watch content in preparation for each live session. Live sessions will then be focused on active discussion and workshops to work on applying concepts to the participant companies. These may include TED Talks, other videos, and/or articles requiring anywhere from 10 minutes to 1 hour for each session.
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How much should I expect to pay?There is a recommended donation of $500. Your donation is appreciated upon confirmation of participation in the bootcamp.
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Can I participate if I'm not in the US?While we welcome entrepreneurs from all over the world, please note that the materials and resources we provide may be geared towards the North American market. This is because we may not be able to offer expertise on the specific laws and cultural norms of other countries. Nonetheless, we encourage applicants from any country to apply and take advantage of the resources that we offer.
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Will I get funding at the end of the Bootcamp?Successful Bootcamp Graduates receive ongoing support and assistance as they complete the work begun in the bootcamp and prepare for the capital raising activities. IMPORTANT NOTICE: There is no offer or assurance that your company will be invited to join the Investment Capital Accelerator, nor is there any promise or commitment of future funding from Steady Growth Ventures or any other GAIN member.
Start-Up Bootcamp FAQ
Still have a question? Feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
You can also email us at info@torreyproject.org
This bootcamp was incredibly helpful in developing my business acumen. There is such great information given in this bootcamp that is foundational and not readily available. It was valuable to have such great resources and shared knowledge to help me with my business. I highly recommend this bootcamp to any new business owners. It is especially helpful for those looking for to raise capital for their business.
Sara Ferrante
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